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‘The Journey’ - The Octopus Division

  ‘The Journey’ - The Octopus Division In ‘The Journey,’ a sonic mosaic unfolds that—permeated by neon-soaked synth pads and a melody that feels like memory—is less a song than a spiritual compass. The time that relentlessly pursues us, according to ‘Time keeps chasing us every day’, is not portrayed as an enemy, but as a constant touchstone that we face with our heads held high: ‘ We won't let the rain wash us away’ . Photography, here metaphorically as a key to the past, opens doors to moments that seem long gone but live on within us. The chorus – a kind of collective mantra – describes not just a journey, but an intertwining of stories that support each other. The garden in which hopes take root becomes a symbol of what must be nurtured in order to flourish. And when ‘ our songs have lost a note or two ’, it is not a flaw, but proof of lived depth. A song that is not meant to be heard, but to be lived through – like a familiar glance at an old photo album by candlelight. b...
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“L’Aventure” by Michael Gabriel, modern nostalgia!

“L’Aventure” by Michael Gabriel

Michael Gabriel is a versatile and experimental artist who does not confine himself to one genre. His album “Surfacing” draws on his creative range. We have already introduced you to one of his fascinating tracks, “Sweet Toxin”. Today we would like to offer you another treat from this album: “L’Aventure”. 
“L’Aventure” is a song that captivates at once. The percussive elements that set the pace are more than just a simple beat. They are the portal to a world. The sound design is perfectly balanced and plays with the listener’s expectations. Sometimes it evokes the 90s, sometimes a futuristic vision. The short electro vibes that stand out repeatedly span the arc of dynamics. They give the track the necessary fire. 
The vocal parts are sparingly but effectively used. They create an atmosphere that sounds both familiar and mysterious. They fit perfectly with the jazzy piano that emphasises the unmistakable acid jazz style. But Michael Gabriel breaks out of this pattern again and again and lets his song briefly swing towards IDM. “L’Aventure” is a song that ends too soon. 
It could easily be twice as long without losing freshness and colour. It resembles a modern painting that lets us discover new details again and again. Catchy and classic at the same time, innovative and inspiring, the track resembles an adventure that you want to relive again and again. “L’Aventure” by Michael Gabriel, modern nostalgia!




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